14. Butterfly Release

15. Table Trivia

16. Croquet

It’s a garden game[9] classic that comes with easy instructions, easy set up and a whole lot of fun.

Kids will love to get involved with this one! Check out Sid & Olive[10] for a gorgeously vintage range of garden games, from rustic ring toss to skittles and, of course, several sizes of Jenga. They also offer a beautiful range of decorations, signs and lighting to hire…

18. Pets at Weddings

Perhaps your dog will be your ring bearer, or maybe your new puppy will join you after the ceremony. Any which way, we’re sure your guests will love to cuddle furry friends on the day.

19. Giant Chess

Thanks to its size, this game is fun and functional, zoning the different outdoor spaces for drinks, photos and play.

20. Bouncy Castle

21. Space Hoppers

22. Picnics

Embrace the trend for relaxed, rustic weddings and dine alfresco. Pack up hampers[12] of charcuterie, freshly baked bread, cheese, salads and drinks to serve up a low-key feast.

23. Birds of Prey

For a more dramatic entertainment option, why not take to the skies? You don’t have to do this literally – simply enlist the help of your local birds of prey centre, and have a golden eagle soar or an owl swoop past.

24. Bake off

A budget friendly and interactive way to fill your dessert table for less! Guests will love to be involved. It’s a lovely touch to give out prizes, medals or awards for the best bakes at the end.

25. Awards Ceremony

Host one during your speeches and cover as many people as possible… from the best-dressed guest to the best man.

39. Mr & Mrs Quiz

40. Opera Singers

One of our featured couples recently had opera singers as she walked down the aisle. We think they’d make a dramatic feature at a drinks reception, too.

41. Ceilidh

Whether you’re Scottish or not, ceilidhs are one of the best wedding entertainment ideas to get all of your guests involved. Plus, they’re not something that everyone will have seen before.

42. Fire Breathers

While we absolutely love them, you might well have already attended a wedding with a fireworks display. Choose fire breathers, on the other hand, and you’re sure to stand out.

43. Circus Show

For wedding entertainment ideas that you don’t see every day, look to the circus. You could hire all manner of performers to put on your very own big day circus show.

44. Fairground Rides

Tying the knot in a venue with expansive, rolling grounds? You could hire a ferris wheel to make your guests smile and take some super cute snaps.

45. Singing Waiters

These are the go-to performers for a surprise during your wedding breakfast. You guessed it… one minute they’re serving Bellinis, the next they’re belting out a ballad! We recommend The Three Waiters.[18] With 11,000 shows under their belt, they’re sure to make your wedding surprise go without a hitch.

46. Confetti Canons

Give your first dance the wow factor with a shower of colourful confetti. Give your guests the fun of setting them off with these confetti canons[19].

47. Lights Show

If you’re including up-lighting in your venue decor, you could ask the lighting gurus to create a custom light show too, so that, come evening, your dancing gets a buzzing backdrop of colour.

48. Surprise Talents

Maybe you’re a secret rock goddess? Or your husband has always dreamed of DJing… We’re taking inspiration from our featured couples on this one, who we’ve seen do everything from sing during the ceremony to play in the band at night and even a dressmaker who also DJs!

49. Flash mob

Not limited to dance routines (although they’re an ace option), your maid of honour could coordinate a surprise sing-a-long during the speeches, or your bridal party could join you for a surprise first dance routine.

52. Sack Races

53. Welly Hurling

Tying the knot in a rural area? Embrace your countryside setting with a series of countryside games, starting with a Wellington boot throwing competition.

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54. Hook-a-duck

Or, why not hire in fairground icons[24] for a dash of nostalgic fun for all ages? You can’t go wrong with a classic like hook-a-duck.

55. Balloon Artists

Here’s one for the little ones! While you might have giant balloons for photo props, hire in a balloon artist to create equally exciting balloon entertainment for children at your wedding.

56. Face Paint

Another one for smaller guests. Create a dedicated face paint area to amuse the kids. Just make sure they know that under no circumstances can the face paint transfer onto anyone’s outfits, not least your dress.

57. Glitter bar

Festival weddings and glitter bars go hand in hand. Coordinate the colours to your bridal party outfits so everyone stays stylish, if you like. Try and be a little more conscious of the environment and opt for biodegradable glitter[25].

58. Finger Print Guest Book

Interactive although a little messy, create a guest book[26] that couldn’t be more personal.

59. Advice Cards and Predictions

An alternative to place names[27] that will keep guests busy, why not invite them to share their words of wisdom for your marriage, or to guess when your next landmark moments might be.

60. Clay Pigeon Shooting

Who’d have thought this was even an option for wedding entertainment? One of our featured grooms recently proved us wrong, choosing this as his favourite entertainment option for the big day.

61. Afternoon tea

Mismatched crockery, bite-sized bakes and yet more bubbly – what’s not to love about an Afternoon Tea[28]?

62. Pass the Parcel

Take a trip down memory lane as you revisit all those birthday parties of your earliest years. You could do a gift per table for a fun twist on favours.

64. Treasure Hunt

Another of our entertainment ideas with nostalgia! Leave clues around your venue’s grounds to keep guests busy. You could theme the treasure hunt around local myths, tales from your time together or even the venue’s history.

65. Disco With a Difference

Compile a playlist from family and friend’s requests – ask them to each RSVP with a song. While you’re at it, add these 10 party songs[29] to your wedding mix tape too.

66. Video

Why not swap a traditional videographer for a package with Shoot It Yourself[30]? Give your guests the camera and let them film your big day for you.

67. Dance-off Competition

This one’s for later in the night, and one for all ages!

68. Foodie Favours

All that dancing can be quite demanding. Help your guests refuel with cookie favours.

69. DIY Cocktails

Serve a range of spirits, mixers and garnishes to rival even the best-stocked bars, then let your guests get stuck in.

75. Live Band

76. Confetti Balloons

77. Animals

One of our favourite wedding venues, Gwel an Mor in Cornwall[33], has resident reindeer, foxes and birds! Give younger guests the chance to meet and greet animals for entertainment they’ll remember.

78. Coconut shy

This is super easy to set up and a game guests of all ages can enjoy.

79. Bouquet Throw

Or embrace tradition and throw your bouquet for a single lady to catch!

80. Table Charades

It’s a family favourite at Christmas and New Year, so why not your wedding party too?

81. Champagne on Wheels

Vintage vans, converted horse boxes, quaint carts… your fizz can be delivered in all kind of forms. We’re fans of them all, so long as it comes perfectly chilled.

82. Rocking Wedding Dance Routines

Whether your bridesmaids surprise you with a pre-planned number, or your guests hotfoot it onto the dance floor for the Cha Cha Slide, dance routines are always heaps of fun.

83. Drummers

Vibrant and rhythmic, people won’t be able to resist dancing to the beat of these drums.

84. Duck Racing

A Great British classic, perfect for countryside weddings.

85. Maypole Dancing

Charming and traditional, your guests will love to watch this dance.

86. Guess who?

Leave cards on each table to give guests a game to play between courses.

87. Vodka Luge

Impressive ice sculpture meets alcoholic beverage in statement style.

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88. Doughnut Tower

Delicious, decadent and easy for guests to grab between songs, doughnuts will always go down a treat.

89. Silent Disco

Worried about there not being enough variety in the music? Want to carry on the celebrations into the wee hours of the morning without prolonging the noise?!

Silent Noize[34] has your problem solved!With 3 channels to choose from you can be sure to satisfy every taste from younger sibling to Nan and Granddad with their unique Silent Disco experience. Grab your headphones and keep dancing!

90. Steel Pans

Give your celebration a destination flair, with the cheerful tunes of steel pans played live.

91. Wedding Crackers

A fun twist on the festive tradition!

92. Easy Origami

Your guests can get crafty creating pretty paper cranes.

93. Line Dancing

Great for getting all your guests involved and giving your party atmosphere.

94. Slideshows

Everyone is there for you two, so make them laugh with slideshows of photos, showing you at every age.

95. Silhouette Artist

A lovely keepsake to remember the day by, and great fun while they pose.

96. Pamper Packs

Leave a selection of products in baskets in each bathroom so your guests can feel fresh and fabulous.